"I highly recommend this launderette. I found the staff to be very professional and really helpful. The shop is very clean and tidy."
Our Heritage
Trip Down Memory Lane
With Drift-In Launderette
Discover our story and the rich history of laundry care in Cardiff.
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Our Heritage
A Little About Us
1987: The Beginning
Our journey started back in 1987 when we purchased our first laundrette in Ely called Launderama.
It required total refurbishment with new washing machines, dryers, and décor. We were pioneers—one of the very first laundrettes to be fully staffed with a Dry Cleaning Agency.
With the success of our Ely venture, we opened our second location on Holton Road in Barry. Our mother joined the business, bringing her friendly and helpful character to the shop—always happy to share a gossip with our customers.
1989: The Drift-In Era
In 1989, we purchased a closed laundrette on Salisbury Road. The name Drift-In was originally a play on words for the soap powder Dreft.
We've kept that name for over 30 years, diversifying with trends like our HubBox click-and-collect parcel system.
We appreciate you—the customer—for making our launderette the success it is today.
Big Thank You
From all our wash angels at Drift-In
My Beautiful Laundrette
During the early nineties, we provided students at the Arts & Drama college with material and props for their production of “My Beautiful Launderette.” Practising lines or singing at the local launderette was a common sight back then!
Open 7 Days A Week
Font Of Knowledge
Today, we are a hub of information not only for students but for tourists as well. We love sharing the best local spots to visit while helping you get back on your way with fresh, clean clothes.
Always Happy To Help
What Our Customers Say About Us
Based on 167 verified Google reviews
"Nice and clean laundry, wide assortment of detergents very welcome owners."
"Absolutely outstanding service. Dropped in two king size duvet covers full of washing. Whole lot was washed, dried and folded. Very good prices too."
"Got my white puffer coat cleaned and it was covered with ink stains. They managed to get it all out perfect!! Very reasonable price!"
"Absolutely outstanding service. Always brilliant, fast and friendly."
"Voted best cleaning service in Cardiff."
"My son and I are more or less homebound so Drift-in Launderette is indispensable to us – welcoming, warm and so helpful. Friendly, speedy, efficient and inexpensive."
